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Question posted by KevinPa on July 14th, 2014

How To Configure R710 For Gpt

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Answer #1: Posted by JCatDell on July 15th, 2014 10:14 AM

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Hi KevinPa,

To enable GPT you have to change from BIOS to UEFI mode in the system setup, F2 during POST. Go to boot settings and change the boot mode from BIOS to UEFI. This will then allow you to install an OS that supports GPT.

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